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Bioengineering
Description: Introduces advanced composite materials emphasizing design and analysis for structural applications: anisotropic response, micromechanics, hygrothermal behavior, laminated plate theory, laminate strength, and computer codes for lamination analysis. Builds on fundamental concepts first introduced in Materials Science, Machine Design and Differential Equations. Cross-listed with ME 580. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
No sections currently offered.
Prerequisite: Admission to Bioengineering PhD program
Bioengineering
Term : Spring 2026
Catalog Year : 2025-2026
BE 580 - Mechanics Of Composite Materials
Description: Introduces advanced composite materials emphasizing design and analysis for structural applications: anisotropic response, micromechanics, hygrothermal behavior, laminated plate theory, laminate strength, and computer codes for lamination analysis. Builds on fundamental concepts first introduced in Materials Science, Machine Design and Differential Equations. Cross-listed with ME 580. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
No sections currently offered.
Prerequisite: Admission to Bioengineering PhD program